Software PLC Engineer – R&D

About

AGIE CHARMILLES, inventor of EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining), is known as a premium brand and innovation leader in wire, die‑sinking, and hole‑drilling EDM. Its automation‑ready solutions are used in mold making and the production of high‑end components, offering Swiss precision, reliability, and performance.

UNITED MACHINING is one of the world’s leading providers of complete solutions for precision components and tools manufacturers and the mold‑making industry. The portfolio includes milling, EDM, laser texturing, laser micromachining, and additive manufacturing machines, as well as spindles, automation, tooling, and digitalized solutions backed by unrivaled customer service and support. The group includes the brands AGIE CHARMILLES, CHARMILLES, MIKRON MILL, LIECHTI, STEP TEC and SYSTEM 3R.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the analysis of project needs and contribute to the definition of software requirements, including inputs from Market, Production, and R&D.
• Collaborate with HMI, process control, mechanical, and electrical teams to define specifications for complex PLC and real‑time software components.
• Develop, test, and optimize PLC and real‑time software applications to meet functional and performance requirements.
• Maintain and update technical documentation and software specifications throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support fast prototyping activities and contribute to sprint planning in collaboration with the Software Component Owners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.
• At least 1 year of experience in PLC and/or real‑time software development (e.g., C, C++, Structured Text).
• Experience with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., Matlab/Simulink).
• Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Experience in the machine tools industry and ISO programming is a plus.
• Fluent in Italian; English level B2 or higher.

Benefits

• Great career opportunities with a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep) to boost your career.
• Excellent learning tools, global training programs, and specialized courses for continuous development.
• Strong focus on sustainability and innovation, working towards a sustainable future together.